2007 Audi S8 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | S8 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |