2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (113 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2008 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
