2006 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra 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 161 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
