2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Kia Sportage 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. 2009 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 Kia Sportage
Make Audi Kia
Model A4 Sportage
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1650 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 10.3 L/100km


 

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