2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 612 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Express | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
