2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Tucson | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
