1994 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 586 kg more than 1994 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A4. (173 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
