2004 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
