2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
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 Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
