2004 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 400 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, 2004 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A3 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
