2008 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima 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, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Optima. 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 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
