2007 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi R8 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 239 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | R8 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
