2008 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Hyundai |
| Model | Passat | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
