2002 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1998 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
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 R8 (698 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | R8 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
