2006 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2003 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
