2009 Kia Rio vs. 2009 Audi A3
To start off, both 2009 Kia Rio and 2009 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 228 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Rio | 2009 Audi A3 | |
Make | Kia | Audi |
Model | Rio | A3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |