2004 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 6 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 104 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Audi A3 | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | A3 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |