1994 Hyundai Accent vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 1994 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Accent | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Accent | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2807 mm |
