1985 Audi 200 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 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 12 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 590 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
