2008 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
