2010 Kia Magentis vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Magentis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Magentis | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Magentis | R8 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
