2009 Audi R8 vs. 1996 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Sonata. (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1996 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | R8 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
