2001 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 539 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.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
