2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 761 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. 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 Chrysler Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
