2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Audi | Daewoo |
Model | A3 | Kalos |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |