2007 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Element |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
