2010 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A3 | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
