2002 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda CR-V | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | CR-V | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
