2007 Audi S8 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | S8 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |