2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Kia | Audi |
| Model | Sportage | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
