2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 451 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |