2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |