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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 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. 2012 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2012 Kia Forte
Make Audi Kia
Model A6 Forte
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4481 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1765 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 52 L


 

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