2007 Audi S8 vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 516 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 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 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | S8 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |