2008 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A5 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |