1987 Audi 4000 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 4000.
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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 4000 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 4000 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
