1999 Audi R8R vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi R8R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi R8R would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.

Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi R8R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Audi R8R 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Audi Hyundai
Model R8R Santa Fe
Year Released 1999 2000
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3898 cc 2657 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 251 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 1 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2 kg 1643 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1090 mm 1740 mm