2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan 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 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 553 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Multivan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 2299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |