2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Isuzu I-350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 569 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Isuzu I-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Isuzu I-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | A3 | I-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 243 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
