2006 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,984 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2001 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Life |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 656 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
