2007 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 14 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 | 1350 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
