2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |