1998 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
