2004 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 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), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| 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 | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5140 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 | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
