2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (330 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |