2010 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Sonata. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Sonata | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3121 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
