2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. 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 Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi Q5 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 Q5 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Q5 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |