2000 Audi S3 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 334 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | S3 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
