2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |