2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 695 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Santa Fe | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2566 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |