1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Suzuki Esteem were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (100 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. 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, 1996 Audi A3 (136 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (127 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Esteem |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
