2004 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
