2000 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 442 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Audi A8 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Terracan.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi A8 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A8 Terracan
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3697 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 2760 mm


 

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