2006 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 875 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Pride Wagon
Year Released 2006 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2350 mm


 

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