2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (181 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Tucson | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
