2008 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Verona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Verona would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Verona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Verona weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Verona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Verona. (240 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Verona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A3 | Verona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
