2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Kia Carens were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Kia Carens. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 147 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Carens |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |