2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Audi RS4.
Because 2002 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 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, 2002 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | RS4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
