2005 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Kia Capital. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1997 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Capital |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
