1997 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 27 kg more than 1997 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1997 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1997 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
