2006 Rover 45 vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, both 2006 Rover 45 and 2006 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45. 2006 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 45 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
