2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2012 Audi S8
To start off, 2012 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S8 (513 HP) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (263 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2012 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S8 (650 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
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2007 Hyundai Azera | 2012 Audi S8 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Azera | S8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 513 HP |
Torque | 348 Nm | 650 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1948 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2992 mm |