2001 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A2 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
