1998 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A3 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |