2002 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
