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 1,982 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (280 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm). 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 | 1982 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1410 kg | 1200 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 | 7.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
