1998 Audi A3 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 645 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3. 2007 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | A3 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
