2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 6 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S4 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 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 | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
