2002 Hyundai HCD-7 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 would be higher. At 4,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7. (180 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai HCD-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai HCD-7 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | HCD-7 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2914 mm |
