2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A3 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |