2004 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (300 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (401 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (365 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
