2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. 2012 Hyundai Tucson has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Tucson will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |