2009 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Piranha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A3 | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
