2007 Audi A3 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 118 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.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 198 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
