2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
