2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | Q7 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
