1994 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 18 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A6 | i30 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |