2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (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 Sportage. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |