2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
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 @ 1400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2012 Kia Sportage 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. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
