2008 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
