2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2967 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |