2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Audi S3.
Because 2001 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | FR-V | S3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
