2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Kia Venga

To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Kia Venga were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Venga weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2009 Kia Venga
Make Audi Kia
Model A3 Venga
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 17:01
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 182 km/hour 167 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 14 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1710 kg
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 48 L


 

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