2008 Audi TT vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Audi TT 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT 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 403 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | TT | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
