2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
