2005 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 5 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
