2009 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 308 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 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.
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2009 Audi A5 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A5 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |