1995 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1995 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda CRX | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | CRX | A3 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
