2006 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sorento. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |