2006 Audi S3 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Audi S3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S3 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S3 (280 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2006 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S3 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | S3 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1309 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
