2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Kia Sorento were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | A3 | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |