2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1105 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | R8 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2000 kg |
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 Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |