2009 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2000 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
