1999 Audi S8 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S8 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |