2007 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
