2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Kia Picanto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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 A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A4 | Picanto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |