2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (145 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |