2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |