2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 373 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2009 Audi R8 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sorento | R8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 530 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |