1982 Audi Coupe vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 950 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Audi Coupe | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Coupe | Sorento |
Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |