2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Avantissimo | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
