2002 Audi S3 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S3 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S3 | HR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |