2006 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (168 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 443 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 A6 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
