1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 14 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Sonata | A5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |