2007 Audi S3 vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S3 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 700 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. 2011 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | S3 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
