2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Carens would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |