2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (86 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
