2009 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 740 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.
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 @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3474 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
