2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 626 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
