2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 404 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Caddy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 17.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |