2001 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 609 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Soul |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |