1994 Hyundai Marcia vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Marcia (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Marcia | 2005 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Marcia | A3 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
