2002 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 138 kg more than 2002 Audi A4.
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, 2002 Audi A4 (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2006 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
