1981 Audi UR vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 730 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | UR | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |