2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Chevrolet Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | Uplander | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 326 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |