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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 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 86 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 A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 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 Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 226 km/hour 196 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.6 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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