2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 500 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 2001 Volkswagen Golf
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Santa Fe Golf
Year Released 2003 2001
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3497 cc 1982 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 194 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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