2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sportage | Q7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |