2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.

Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 2006 Volkswagen Touran
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Santa Fe Touran
Year Released 2001 2006
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2399 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 10.7 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 1656 kg 1331 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 60 L


 

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