2001 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |