2002 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 9 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2011 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2011 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2900 mm |
