2001 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Kia Potentia. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Potentia. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Potentia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
