2004 Kia Spectra vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Spectra weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
Because 2010 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Spectra | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Spectra | S8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
