2008 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S8 | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | S8 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |