2011 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (120 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2010 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 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A3 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | A3 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
