2007 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |