2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A6 Tiburon
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 2655 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 430 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1379 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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