2009 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 175 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Audi Vauxhall
Model A3 Frontera
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1545 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2470 mm


 

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