2009 Audi R8 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 476 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | R8 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |