2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Audi | Chrysler |
Model | A3 | Voyager |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |