2002 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
