2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
