2008 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 109 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.
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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
