2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Ferrari 360 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ferrari 360. 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 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3. 2004 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | A3 | 360 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |