2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 244 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |