2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2010 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Santa Fe | S8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |