2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 599 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
