2005 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
