2004 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire 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 6 more horse power than 2003 Honda Inspire. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Inspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Inspire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
