2004 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Agila would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2003 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A3 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2003 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
