2012 Kia Optima vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 308 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Optima | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Optima | S4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
