2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi RS4 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | RS4 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |