2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
