2003 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A3 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A3 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
