1996 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S6 | Forte |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |