2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
