2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Ignis. 2004 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
