2007 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Kia Retona
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1997 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Retona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
