1994 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |