2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 481 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |