2002 Honda Z vs. 1999 Audi S3
To start off, 2002 Honda Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. 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, 1999 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Z | 1999 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Z | S3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 42 L |
