2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 825 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Audi S8 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sportage | S8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |