2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 408 kg more than 2002 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 Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Sportage. 2005 Audi Allroad has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Allroad | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
