1994 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 1994 Audi A8 and 1994 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Sonata. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 1994 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A8 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
