2007 Audi S8 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento.
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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S8 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |