2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A3 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |