2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |