2009 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A3 | i40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |