2003 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6. 2011 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
