2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | A3 | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 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 | 1385 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |