2009 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | Forte |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |