2012 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Audi A5.
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 A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A5 | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
