2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Tucson | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
