2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | HR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |