2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte 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 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Forte |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |