2001 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 107 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (354 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
