2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 587 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |