2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
