2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sorento | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |