2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2006 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Kia Rio | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |