1996 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 17 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
