2008 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (115 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2001 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A3 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
