2009 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 987 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S8 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
