2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 139 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Santa Fe | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |