2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Kia Cerato were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Cerato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Cerato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |