2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 177 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |