2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Smart Brabus were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Because 2007 Smart Brabus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Smart Brabus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A3 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A3 | Brabus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
