2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia SOUL. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia SOUL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A6 | SOUL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |