2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 850 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |