2005 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.

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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A3 2008 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A3 Accord
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1145 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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