2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Q7 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | Q7 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |