2007 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | A6 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
