2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Smart ForFour 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 125 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | A3 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |