2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2009 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A8 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 330 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |