2005 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 6 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2011 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 52 L |
