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.

Compare all specifications:

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


 

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