2006 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra 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 102 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
