2004 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 291 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
