2000 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 276 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
