2006 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |