2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 Kia Spectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Spectra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Kia Spectra.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1740 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2007 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Spectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1740 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |