2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 78 L |
