2005 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2005 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 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, 2005 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS4 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | RS4 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
