2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 11 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 135 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 347 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A6 | Terracan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |