1999 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 48 L |
