2009 Audi A5 vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Accent. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A5 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
