2002 Audi S3 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S3 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |