2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 42 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sportage | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
