2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Tucson | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 367 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3122 mm |
