2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Honda Ridgeline were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 176 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |