2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 151 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A3 | i20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |