2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
