2001 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Retona would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Retona | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Retona | A8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2992 mm |