2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A3 | Monte Carlo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 5326 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |