2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 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. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Hyundai | Volkswagen |
Model | Santa Fe | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.2 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 | 1898 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |