2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A3 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
