2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2004 Audi A4

To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai i30 2004 Audi A4
Make Hyundai Audi
Model i30 A4
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1582 cc 2983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77.2 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 188 km/hour 243 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1409 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.9 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 63 L


 

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