2007 Audi S6 vs. 1999 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Potentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Potentia would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (436 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1999 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Kia Potentia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Potentia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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, 2007 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Potentia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S6 | 1999 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S6 | Potentia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |