2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2006 Audi Q7 and 2006 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Q7 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, 2006 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 2006 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Audi | Hyundai |
| Model | Q7 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
