2000 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |