2009 Kia Spectra vs. 2011 Audi A8

To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra.

Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Spectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Spectra has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Spectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Kia Spectra 2011 Audi A8
Make Kia Audi
Model Spectra A8
Year Released 2009 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1975 cc 4134 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 800 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5136 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1948 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1461 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2992 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 90 L


 

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