1996 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (251 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
