2007 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, both 2007 Kia Rio and 2007 Audi A6 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 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 773 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Rio | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
