2008 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
