1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Sonata | S6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
