2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Cerato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Cerato would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cerato. 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | R8 | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
