2002 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
