2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |