2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Kia Soul
To start off, 2012 Kia Soul is newer by 11 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 409 kg more than 2012 Kia Soul. 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 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
