2006 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Audi |
| Model | Tiburon | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
