1996 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 131 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
