2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |