2012 Audi A1 vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, both 2012 Audi A1 and 2012 Hyundai ix20 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20. 2012 Hyundai ix20 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A1 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai ix20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Audi A1 | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A1 | ix20 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2615 mm |