2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |