2007 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 191 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2657 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1643 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
