2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Sorento
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 294 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1865 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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