2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 2002 Audi A3

To start off, both 2002 Infiniti G20 and 2002 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G20 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti G20 2002 Audi A3
Make Infiniti Audi
Model G20 A3
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1343 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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