2000 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 10 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 71 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. 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 2010 Hyundai Tucson. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Tucson. 2010 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S8 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
