2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sportage 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 276 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | R8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
