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 2,967 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 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 A4 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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 A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 1595 cc | 2967 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 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 | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |