2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 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 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
