2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 5 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
