2005 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 (148 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
