2009 Kia Picanto vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 Kia Picanto and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
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2009 Kia Picanto | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Picanto | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 929 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |