2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Isuzu I-280 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu I-280 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Isuzu I-280. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
Make | Audi | Isuzu |
Model | A3 | I-280 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2801 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |