2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |