2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Audi Allroad
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Audi Allroad were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 2006 Audi Allroad 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
