2008 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Azera. (289 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Azera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Azera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Azera. (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S4 | Azera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2845 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
