2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A6 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |