2009 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda City weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2000 Honda City | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A3 | City |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |