2004 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 118 kg more than 2010 Audi A3.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |