2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Chevrolet Express were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 792 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A3 | Express |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3180 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |