2008 Honda S2000 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 S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. 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 S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | S2000 | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |