2005 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (226 Nm). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Passat | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 229 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |