1996 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Kia Shuma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Kia Shuma. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2002 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
