2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Kia Spectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Spectra weights approximately 352 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Kia Spectra | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Spectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |