2001 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (184 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A6 Tiburon
Year Released 2001 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 184 Nm
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.1:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1334 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km


 

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