2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Audi A3

To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Audi A3.

Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Civic 2013 Audi A3
Make Honda Audi
Model Civic A3
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1803 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 197 HP
Torque 175 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1586 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4292 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1995 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1423 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.9 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km


 

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