2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sorento | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |