2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Hyundai Grandeur
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2007 Hyundai Grandeur | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A8 | Grandeur |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
