2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata

To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2005 Hyundai Sonata
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A8 Sonata
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 8200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 65 L


 

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