2007 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |