2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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 A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Retona |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |