2006 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
