1999 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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 83 kg more than 1999 Audi S8.
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 S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S8 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
