2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 2 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |