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 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 765 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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 Chrysler Voyager (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3. 2008 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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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 1896 cc 2766 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 187 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 11.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5150 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3080 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L