2005 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
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 S4 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
