2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 4 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. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2010 Kia Borrego
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Borrego
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3776 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 78 L


 

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