2009 Audi S8 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 743 kg more than 2009 Audi S8.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S8 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S8 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |