2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Venture | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 284 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |