2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A4 | Tucson |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |