2005 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | Audi | Daewoo |
| Model | A3 | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
