2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 167 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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, 2010 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Sonata | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
