1999 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Kia Sephia II
To start off, 2000 Kia Sephia II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sephia II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sephia II (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sephia II should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Kia Sephia II.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Kia Sephia II (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sephia II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 2000 Kia Sephia II | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Sephia II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
