2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Audi V8.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1994 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | V8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3561 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
