1998 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Kia Shuma. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
