2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Sportage | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |