1998 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A6 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |