2008 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Honda That
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 That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda That would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2005 Honda That | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | That |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |