2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 492 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2017 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |