2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 472 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |