2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 64 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 Honda Civic (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |