2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 58 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A6 Tiburon
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 222 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1333 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1340 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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