2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Accent and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Accent | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
