2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |