2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A3 | Vibe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 3.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |