2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 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 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |