2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2002 Audi A3
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 2002 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 2002 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2002 Audi A3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Lantra | A3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |