2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
