2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1947 cc | 2460 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
