2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Optima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Optima.
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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Optima. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Optima. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Optima has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Optima 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.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Optima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |