2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Kia Optima
To start off, 2011 Kia Optima is newer by 7 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2011 Kia Optima.
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 @ 1400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
