2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Fusca |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |