2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Santa Fe | Q5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |