2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000. 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 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2004 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |