2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Kia Sportage 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 103 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage. 2005 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1542 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |