2001 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 92 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.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
