2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
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 Kia Sorento (310 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | 4000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
