2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. 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 A6 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A6 Tiburon
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 176 HP
Torque 280 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 223 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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