2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |