2007 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 462 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | S4 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1992 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |