2004 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 187 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A3 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
