1999 Acura Integra vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
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1999 Acura Integra | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Acura | Audi |
Model | Integra | A3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 172 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |