2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Elantra and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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 A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Elantra | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
