2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai H1. (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai H1. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai H1 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai H1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A3 | H1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
