2003 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Forte |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |