2010 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sportage | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sportage | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4351 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1694 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2629 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
