2012 Kia Sportage vs. 1992 Audi V8
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 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 Kia Sportage (364 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sportage | 1992 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sportage | V8 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1636 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
