2006 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 5 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 87 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Optima weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
