2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 793 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A3 2012 Hyundai Accent
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A3 Accent
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1087 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4369 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1699 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.6 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 43 L


 

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