2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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 (330 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Audi Hyundai
Model A6 Tiburon
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1371 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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