2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (173 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sportage | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
