2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 686 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
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2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Audi A6 | |
Make | Hyundai | Audi |
Model | Tucson | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2646 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 959 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |