2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
