2006 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
