2001 Audi A2 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 891 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Audi A2 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A2 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |