2006 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-V. 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |