2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (197 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3491 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
