2002 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 251 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |