2004 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 6 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Borrego |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |