2007 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 426 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.

Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Sorento
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 238 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 14.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 2056 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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