2000 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |