2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |