2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Kia Magentis

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Kia Magentis
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Magentis
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 208 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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