2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 871 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
