2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Elantra | A3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |