2009 Audi TT vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | TT | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
