2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Life |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |