2010 Kia Forte vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Forte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Forte would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 703 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Kia Forte | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Forte | A8 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4481 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |