2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |