2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
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2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A3 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |