2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sportage is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |