2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V.
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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | HR-V | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
