2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (218 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 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:

2009 Audi A4 2008 Kia Sorento
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Sorento
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 218 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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