2006 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
