1996 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Retona |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |