2003 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A8 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
