2007 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 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 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 59 kg more than 2007 Audi S8.
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 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S8 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 350 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 | 12.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |