2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 659 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |