2007 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 350 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
