2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A4 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
