1989 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 100 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
