2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2566 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |