2009 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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 853 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |