2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Daewoo Kalos were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 2005 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Daewoo Kalos has manual transmission. 2005 Daewoo Kalos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Audi | Daewoo |
Model | A3 | Kalos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1150 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |