2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Kia Pride Wagon 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 38 more horse power than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A3 2004 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Audi Kia
Model A3 Pride Wagon
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2350 mm