1996 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Elantra. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Elantra.
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1996 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Elantra | A4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 166 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2808 mm |