2008 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 695 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | S4 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |