2007 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi Q7 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | Q7 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |