2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | R8 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
