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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 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 Kia Sportage weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 (320 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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 | 1968 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |