2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
