2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 838 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 2007 Volkswagen Citi
Make Hyundai Volkswagen
Model Santa Fe Citi
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 1423 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 118 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 857 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 49 L


 

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