2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 563 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
