2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 301 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
Model | Passat | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |