1999 Kia Rio vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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 Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Rio | Q3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |