2008 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2010 Kia Borrego. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Borrego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.

Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Borrego. (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Borrego. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi R8 2010 Kia Borrego
Make Audi Kia
Model R8 Borrego
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 362 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 17.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 78 L


 

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