2003 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 276 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A8 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |