2007 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 142 kg more than 2007 Audi S6.
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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S6 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | S6 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |