1994 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
