2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Daewoo Rexton
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Rexton weights approximately 745 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 2005 Daewoo Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Rexton 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, 2005 Daewoo Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Daewoo Rexton | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | A3 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
