2006 Audi A3 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Today |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |