2003 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. 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 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2012 Kia Sportage
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Sportage
Year Released 2003 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
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 176 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 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1636 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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