1998 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A6 2009 Kia Sorento
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Sorento
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 168 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1445 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2720 mm