2009 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Visto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Visto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
