2006 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Audi A8.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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 A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A8 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |