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 A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 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 | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |