2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Atos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Atos | A8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |