2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 280 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sportage | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
