2003 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2003 Audi A4 and 2003 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Audi A4.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Astra (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A4 | 2003 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A4 | Astra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |