2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Kia Opirus

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Kia Opirus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Kia Opirus. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Opirus. (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Opirus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Kia Opirus
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Opirus
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 3497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 196 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 85.8 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2810 mm


 

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