2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 531 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |