2012 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2012 Hyundai Veracruz | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Veracruz | A3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2804 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |