2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A8 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
