2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2009 Hyundai Terracan has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A3 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
