2002 Audi S3 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 8 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 884 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S3 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S3 | T5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |