2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A5 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |