2007 Kia Optima vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Optima | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Optima | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
