2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2006 Audi Allroad and 2006 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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 Allroad (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2006 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Allroad | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Allroad | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |