2007 Audi TT vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Audi TT 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 441 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 TT (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | TT | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
