2001 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 3 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Tracker |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
