2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
