2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 42 kg more than 2010 Audi A4.
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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sportage | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
