2008 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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 361 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.

Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A3 Santa Fe
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 207 km/hour 172 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 13.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1813 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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