2005 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Vivio would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Subaru Vivio. 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1999 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2320 mm |
