2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Santa Fe | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |