2008 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2011 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2011 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Soul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
