1993 Audi V8 vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Audi V8 | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | V8 | Forte |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
