2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Volkswagen GTI were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 62 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | GTI |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |