2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |