2005 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage

To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 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 195 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. 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 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A8 2006 Kia Sportage
Make Audi Kia
Model A8 Sportage
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4178 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 188 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.1:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 1549 kg
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 Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 58 L


 

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