2012 Hyundai i40 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai i40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai i40 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai i40 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | i40 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
