2011 Hyundai Equus vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Equus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Equus would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3. 2011 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Equus | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Equus | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5159 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1600 mm |
