2004 Audi A2 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A2 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
