2002 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
