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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). 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 | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |