2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |