2001 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 711 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Elantra | A7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
