2008 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Opel Filo
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Filo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Filo would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Filo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Filo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Filo should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Filo (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Filo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2001 Opel Filo | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Filo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
