2006 Audi A3 vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Kia Joice. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Kia Joice. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1998 Kia Joice | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Joice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
