2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | RS6 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
