2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Kia Optima
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Kia Optima were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Kia Optima. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Optima.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 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 S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Optima. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | S3 | Optima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
