2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 5 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 960 kg more than 2010 Audi A1. 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | A1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
