1994 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 572 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
