2006 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. 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 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
