2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A6 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |