2002 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2002 Audi A2 and 2002 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 920 kg more than 2002 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A2 | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A2 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |