2000 Audi R8 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1685 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi R8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 R8 (339 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | R8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
