2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |