2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1998 Kia Avella

To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Avella would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1998 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1998 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Avella.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi RS6 1998 Kia Avella
Make Audi Kia
Model RS6 Avella
Year Released 2002 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1323 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 915 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2400 mm