2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent. 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 A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
