2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Honda Ridgeline were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
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 S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. 2007 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S3 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
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 | 262 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |