2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sorento | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
