2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Kia Sorento. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 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 | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4934 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2833 mm | 2700 mm |
