2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A4 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
