1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2003 Audi A6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Lantra | A6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2770 mm |