2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 9 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
