2000 Audi S3 vs. 2003 Honda Element
To start off, 2003 Honda Element is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Element weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2003 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S3 | Element |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
