2007 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi R8 would be higher. 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 158 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 11 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage. 2013 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | R8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
