2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 314 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |