2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
