2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 202 kg more than 2010 Audi A5.
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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
