2011 Kia Rondo vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rondo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Rondo | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Rondo | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
