2001 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. 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 2013 Kia Sorento. 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 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
