2007 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2400 mm |
