1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 563 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Tiburon | A6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |