2009 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (360 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A8 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
