2007 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 1 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 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
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, 2007 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2007 Audi A8 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. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3122 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
