2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Kia Rio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Rio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1047 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |