2012 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
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 Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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 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 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A8 | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
