2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A3 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
