2009 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Visto 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 287 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2005 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S4 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
