2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Renault Logan

To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Renault Logan 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 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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 Renault Logan (161 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A3 2008 Renault Logan
Make Audi Renault
Model A3 Logan
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.6 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.9 mm 80.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 15 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 4.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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