2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Dacia Logan
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Dacia Logan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan. 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 2006 Dacia Logan. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Audi | Dacia |
Model | A3 | Logan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |