2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Audi A8.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
