2001 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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 45 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A6 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |