2000 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 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 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |
