1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu Vehicross would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross 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, 2012 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Vehicross | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
