2001 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Rover 45.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A3 | 45 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |