1996 Audi S6 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 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 147 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
