2007 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2003 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier 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, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Avancier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
