2008 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Lagreat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Lagreat would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Lagreat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 507 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Lagreat. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Lagreat. (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Lagreat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
