2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Sonata. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S4 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
