2009 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (251 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A3 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
