2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Kia Cee'd
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Kia Cee'd were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1278 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |