2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (591 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro.
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, 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi Nuvolari Quattro | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Nuvolari Quattro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4961 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 591 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
