2009 Audi A5 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A5 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |