1997 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (231 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
