2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
