2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. 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 2012 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Allroad | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Allroad | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |