2002 Audi A8 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A8 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |