2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45. 2004 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 45 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 Rover 45 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A3 | 45 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |