2003 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 8 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A3 (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 36 kg more than 2003 Audi A3.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A3 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Insight |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |