2005 Honda Insight vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight.
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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Insight | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Insight | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |