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 A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
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 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
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 | 1984 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1614 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 | 8.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |