2002 Audi S3 vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 447 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S3 | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | S3 | Retona |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |