2000 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S8 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
