2006 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Ascari A10
To start off, 2009 Ascari A10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Ascari A10.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ascari A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2009 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2009 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Audi | Ascari |
Model | A3 | A10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2636 mm |