2000 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 871 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A4 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |