2006 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Kia Borrego. (272 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Borrego.

Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Borrego. (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Borrego.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi S4 2009 Kia Borrego
Make Audi Kia
Model S4 Borrego
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3777 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 267 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1920 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km


 

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