2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 9 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.

Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2010 Kia Borrego
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Borrego
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2974 cc 4625 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 216 HP 337 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 438 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 78 L


 

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