2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Borrego.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2011 Kia Borrego
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Borrego
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 91.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 78 L


 

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