2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 274 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
