2001 Audi TT vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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, 2001 Audi TT (285 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | TT | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
