2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2010 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S4 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
