2006 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2001 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A8 | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
