2002 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A3 | 1999 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Audi | Plymouth |
Model | A3 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |