2009 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 3 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A3 | i10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |