2007 Audi R8 vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2007 Audi R8 and 2007 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4260 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | R8 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4260 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
