2009 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2009 Audi S4.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi S4 2003 Kia Sorento
Make Audi Kia
Model S4 Sorento
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 85.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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