2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
