1994 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 405 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A8 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
