2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Accent | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |