2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 708 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |