2004 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2000 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A3 | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
