2001 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 5 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 572 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
