2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 329 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.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
