2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |