2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (197 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (157 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (280 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2655 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |