1997 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Kia Capital

To start off, both 1997 Audi A6 and 1997 Kia Capital were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Audi A6 1997 Kia Capital
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Capital
Year Released 1997 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2530 mm


 

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