2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 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 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 28 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 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2007 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
