2001 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 7 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. 2001 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2008 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
