2003 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Audi A3.
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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |