2012 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai ix35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai ix35 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix35 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Audi A6 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Audi | Hyundai |
Model | A6 | ix35 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4925 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2913 mm | 2640 mm |