2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Honda S2000 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2008 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
