2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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 Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi Q7 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Audi Hyundai
Model Q7 Santa Fe
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 550 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4676 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 68 L


 

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