2009 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 562 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
