2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |