2001 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 704 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.

Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Audi A4 2010 Kia Sorento
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Sorento
Year Released 2001 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 17.7:1
Top Speed 190 km/hour 171 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 14.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1999 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L