2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 48 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 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. 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 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A3 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |