2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Audi S3
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi S3 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Audi S3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | S3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |