2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
