2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 551 kg more than 2012 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi Q7 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Q7 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |