2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1988 Audi V8
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi V8 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 1988 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1988 Audi V8 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Santa Fe | V8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |