2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 404 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
| Model | Santa Fe | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
