2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
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 Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 289 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 Jetta. 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 (248 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |