2001 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 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 126 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. 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 (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A2 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
