2004 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2005 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S4 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
