2004 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen GTI | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | GTI | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
