1996 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2010 Kia Venga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Venga. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Venga |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 48 L |
