2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 5 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 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2566 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
