2000 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento. 2000 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
