2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Audi A6.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Tiburon | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2842 mm |
