1999 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Compass weights approximately 338 kg more than 1999 Audi A3. 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 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A3 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 51 L |
