2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2005 Kia Amanti is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Amanti (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Amanti weights approximately 129 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2005 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
