2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
