2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1998 Kia Joice

To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Kia Joice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi RS6 1998 Kia Joice
Make Audi Kia
Model RS6 Joice
Year Released 2005 1998
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 580 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 86.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2730 mm


 

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