2000 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
