2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q5 and 2009 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (236 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. 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 (450 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | Q5 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1285 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 | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |