2005 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Audi A3

To start off, both 2005 Honda Legend and 2005 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 355 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.

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 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Legend 2005 Audi A3
Make Honda Audi
Model Legend A3
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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