2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Amanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Amanti would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2004 Kia Amanti. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Amanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Amanti weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Amanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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 R8 (430 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Amanti. (298 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | R8 | Amanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
