2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 161 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 652 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A4 Terracan
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 75 L


 

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