1999 Audi TT 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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (174 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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 588 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi TT. 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 (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | TT | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
