2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Polo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A3 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 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 | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
