2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Ferrari Enzo

To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Ferrari Enzo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 25 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.

Because 2004 Ferrari Enzo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari Enzo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A3 2004 Ferrari Enzo
Make Audi Ferrari
Model A3 Enzo
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1968 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 139 HP 653 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 657 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 75.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 207 km/hour 350 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 3.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1150 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 23 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 110 L


 

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