2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 706 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
