2000 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. 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, 2006 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A2 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
