2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1983 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |