2008 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 781 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
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2008 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Sonata | Q7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 493 HP |
Torque | 219 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |