2007 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 427 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | R8 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
