1994 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
